Late night madness: Butler takes break from businesslike approach to revel in Final Four berth

Final Four finally gives Butler reason to party

INDIANAPOLIS – The school that never celebrates midnight madness to kick off the basketball season finally held a late-night campus party.
Sunday morning’s March Madness bash was even better.
About eight hours after Butler beat second-seeded Kansas State 63-56 to reach the first Final Four in school history, the Bulldogs … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Late night madness: Butler takes break from businesslike approach to revel in Final Four berth.

Late night madness: Butler takes break from businesslike approach to revel in Final Four party

Final Four gives Butler reason to party
INDIANAPOLIS – Butler students and fans held a surprise late-night party hours after the Bulldogs earned the school’s first ticket to the Final Four.

People were gathering outside historic Hinkle Fieldhouse about an hour before the team was scheduled to return following their 63-56 victory over second-seeded Kansas State in … Read more »».

Match-fixers to be slapped two million fine or maximum five-match ban: PCB

LAHORE – The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has introduced clauses in its central contract, which were offered to the players recently, that has mention of a ban and or a fine on cricketers found involved in match-fixing and ball tampering.
“Under the new clauses, if a player is found …. Source article  : Match-fixers to be slapped two million fine or maximum five-match ban: PCB.

Ferguson plotting to sign Ribery for 40 million pounds

LONDON – Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson will discuss a 40 million pound summer move for Bayern Munich winger Franck Ribery when the two clubs meet for their Champions League tie on Tuesday.

Ribery has been on Ferguson’s radar for a couple of seasons, and although, the odds are … Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Ferguson plotting to sign Ribery for 40 million pounds.

Playing football more important to me than money or personal glory: Messi

LONDON – Argentine star Lionel Messi is so revered by Barcelona’s demanding fans because of his attitude, which has not altered since the days when he linked up with Fabregas in a Barcelona youth team that produced a harvest of footballing beauty.

“To me, football … Read : Playing football more important to me than money or personal glory: Messi.

Will McCullum give up playing for New Zealand to earn Twenty20 big bucks?

WELLINGTON – There is talk in recent weeks of Brendon McCullum giving up wicket keeping to play test cricket as a batsman only. But a more pertinent question is whether McCullum will give up playing for New Zealand to make a living from the …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

World champion Jenson Button wins thrilling F1 Australian Grand Prix for McLaren

McLaren’s Button wins Australian F1 Grand Prix

MELBOURNE, Australia – McLaren’s Jenson Button survived the spins and crashes around him to win the Formula One Australian Grand Prix in a thrilling race Sunday, claiming back-to-back victories at Albert Park.
World champion Button inherited the lead on lap 26 when pole sitter Sebastian Vettel skidded off the track, …. Read the original article  : World champion Jenson Button wins thrilling F1 Australian Grand Prix for McLaren.

Mancini will continue as Man City manager: Toure

LONDON – Manchester City defender Kolo Toure has urged club owners to retain Roberto Mancini as manager.

Toure’s appeal came after it was revealed that the board is looking for alternatives to Mancini.
“We can’t keep changing managers. Every time it happens, we have to adapt … Read more »»».

Schumacher complaints against Hamilton, Alonso

LONDON – Formula One legend Michael Schumacher has accused rivals Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso of coming in his way during various stages of qualifying for the Australian Grand Prix.

Schumacher, seventh on the grid for Mercedes, was so upset with the way that Ferrari’s Alonso and McLaren’s …. Source  : Schumacher complaints against Hamilton, Alonso.

Joe Mazzulla Dazzles Kentucky

SYRACUSE (GaeaTimes.com)- West Virginia managed to make their way to the Final Four of the NCAA Basketball Tournament for the first time in almost fifty years. The last time that they had gone up to the Final Four was way back in 1959. However, this time, West Virginia managed to beat Kentucky at … Read more : Joe Mazzulla Dazzles Kentucky.

Afridi’s positive approach would help Pak team : Waqar

KARACHI – Hailing the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) decision to appoint flamboyant all rounder Shahid Afridi as the captain of the T20 squad for the upcoming ICC T20 World Championship in West Indies, coach Waqar Younis has said Afridi’s leadership qualities would help the team to …. Source  : Afridi’s positive approach would help Pak team : Waqar.

Yousuf’s decision to quit international cricket is an emotional one: Afridi

LAHORE – Pakistan T20 captain Shahid Afridi has described former captain Mohammed Yousuf’s decision to retire from all forms of cricket as an ‘emotional decision’, and said Pakistan cricket still needs his services.

“I think if he retires it would be an emotional …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Evans’ in contract wrangle with Manchester United

LONDON – Manchester United is having difficulty in persuading defender Jonny Evans to sign a new deal.

According to reports, United has offered 40,000 pounds-a-week for Evans to stay at Old Trafford, but he wants 60,000 pounds.
Although Evans has no intention of quitting United, he believes the club should justify Sir Alex Ferguson’s …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

“To nail Cook down as my successor would be wrong”: Strauss

LONDON – England skipper Andrew Strauss has dismissed claims that stand-in captain Alastair Cook has been rubber-stamped as his successor.

In Strauss’ absence, Cook led England to whitewash over Bangladesh. The 32-year-old Strauss had opted to …. Source article on Gaea Times at  : “To nail Cook down as my successor would be wrong”: Strauss.

Schumacher snubbed for not joining drivers’ association

MELBOURNE – Seven-time Formula One champion Michael Schumacher has been snubbed by his fellow drivers on his F1 comeback.

Schumacher has not rejoined an organization crucial to track safety, amid fears he would face more criticism over his ruthless tactics.
The 41-year-old dodged …. Original source  : Schumacher snubbed for not joining drivers’ association.

Mumbai hosts first-ever wheelchair tennis tournament

MUMBAI – Wheelchair-borne tennis players from across the country participated in the first-ever National Wheelchair Tennis Tournament in Mumbai on Saturday.

Organized by the All India Lawn Tennis Association, the tournament featured both singles and doubles …. Read the original article  : Mumbai hosts first-ever wheelchair tennis tournament.

Kiwi cricket stars need decide between national duty and IPL lucre

WELLINGTON – The choice of making a commitment to play for the country versus earning mind-boggling cash from the lucrative Indian Premier League (IPL) 20-20 tournament, is expected to again cause some sleepless nights to New Zealand’s players … Read more >>.

Wenger’s ‘F’ word rant as Arsenal blows Premier League title chance

LONDON – A furious Arsene Wenger uttered an F-word rant after watching Arsenal blow their title dreams in a 1-1 draw against Birmingham.
A distraught Wenger’s frustration boiled over on the touchline as he crouched into his best Basil Fawlty impression. And, according to The Sun, he lost it again when [..] Read the original article: here.

Injured Becks, Posh slapped with 3-month sex ban

LONDON – For the next three months, David and Victoria Beckham won’t be able to take part in any bedroom action, courtesy the soccer player’s operation on his Achilles tendon.

According to reports, the 34-year-old soccer star has been told he …. Read the original article  : Injured Becks, Posh slapped with 3-month sex ban.

Manchester United is a one-man team: Robben

LONDON – Bayern Munich winger Arjen Robben has described Manchester United as a one-man team, which relies too heavily on the brilliance of their striker Wayne Rooney.

Bayern Munich will face Manchester United on Tuesday for the Champions League tie, and Robben …. Original article  : Manchester United is a one-man team: Robben.